Stir Deviled Eggs Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Eggs

   Place the eggs in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 12 minutes.

2. 2

   Cool and Peel

   Transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool for about 5 minutes. Once cool, peel the eggs and slice them in half lengthwise.

3. 3

   Make the Filling

   Remove the yolks and place them in a mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.

4. 4

   Prepare Variations

   Divide the yolk mixture into three portions. For the pimento cheese version, mix in pimento cheese. For the bacon version, fold in crumbled bacon. For the avocado version, mix in the mashed avocado.

5. 5

   Fill the Eggs

   Spoon or pipe the filling back into the egg whites.

6. 6

   Garnish and Serve

   Sprinkle with paprika and chopped chives. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.